Gogglebox star Pat Webb dies aged 75 after ‘long illness’

Gogglebox star Pat Webb has sadly died aged 75 after suffering with a ‘long illness’.

Channel 4 has since shared a statement on the matter.

It reads: “We are deeply saddened to announce that Gogglebox star Mummy Pat Webb passed away this weekend at the age of 75 after a long illness.

“Pat was a much loved cast member on the show from series 10 -12 alongside her son Stephen.”

The statement continued: “Mummy Pat will be remembered and missed by her children Stephen, Denise, Sharon, Beverley and the extended family.

“Our thoughts are with the family who have requested privacy at this sad time.”

Stephen also took to Instagram to remember his mum, writing: “Mummy Pat, you were one in a million, took everyone at face value, would share your last fiver with a stranger, the salt of the earth and the absolute centre of our world! Rest in peace mum.”

Fans of the show have since rushed in to share their condolences after hearing the news with one X, formerly Twitter, user writing: “So sorry to hear this. The Gogglebox family feels like an extension of my family. Condolences to Stephen and the rest of the family.”

A second penned: “Condolences to all who knew her. Come across as a genuinely nice person.”

“That’s such sad news. My sincerest condolences to family and friends,” offered a third, while a fourth chimed in: “Aww this is so sad thinking of Stephen and the rest of his family at this sad time.”

Another added: “Rest in peace Pat you were a star.”